Murder, fraud and a fight over diamonds
A Supreme Court judge has issued a ruling over the ownership of diamonds in a multi-million luxury goods battle featuring two murders - including that of an ex-Cabinet minister’s husband - and likely Customs fraud.
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Bail granted in firearm case
A MAN was granted bail on Friday after being accused of having a loaded gun outside a business on Bay Street.
Suspect accused of injuring man in fight at gas station
A MAN was granted bail on Friday after allegedly injuring a motorist and damaging his car at a gas station in Oakes Field last month.
Energy projects awaiting environment green light
Renewable energy projects are now being considered for environmental approvals, said Minister of Energy and Transport JoBeth Coleby-Davis on Friday.
Coleby-Davis to run again in Elizabeth constituency
MINISTER of Energy and Transport JoBeth Coleby-Davis intends to stand in the Elizabeth constituency in the next election, she said on Friday.
Commodore to receive rangers camp ‘abuse’ report this week
THE findings of an internal board of inquiry into allegations of abuse and misconduct by a Defence Force marine at this year’s Rangers camp will be revealed to authorities this week, Defence Force Commodore Floyd Moxey said yesterday.
Abaco man injured in shooting
AN Abaco man is in hospital nursing injuries after being shot outside his home on Friday.
Mother in tears as mystery remains over missing son
A MOTHER broke down in tears as a coroner’s jury returned an open verdict in the decade-old missing person case of Charlton Morley.
Glover-rolle: we want views of public on maternity leave
LABOUR Minister Pia Glover-Rolle said the government wants public feedback on extending maternity leave
Junkanoo consultation starts today, says govt
PUBLIC consultations are set to begin today on the proposed National Junkanoo Authority Bill, with Latrae Rahming, director of communications at the Office of the Prime Minister, expressing optimism all parties will find common ground to allow this year’s parades to proceed.
Judoka Xavion Johnson wins Jr Pan Am bronze
IT was an historic day for judoka Xavion Johnson and Team Bahamas at the second Junior Pan American Games in Asuncion, Paraguay.
Pro boxer ‘Flashy’ Hield ready to fight
CARL ‘Flashy’ Hield said he’s not prepared to lose his winning streak as a professional or any of his titles just yet.
Stage set for hosting of the 14th annual Battle 4 Atlantis
THE stage is set for the hosting of the biggest collegiate basketball tournament to be hosted in The Bahamas.
Rebels deliver 9-1 blowout victory over reapers
THE Andre Rodgers National Baseball Stadium was ecstatic yesterday as the baseball championships continued with game three of the best-of-five series.
Leaders respond to mass shooting
A WEEKEND of gun violence drew sharp reactions from political and religious leaders yesterday, with a prominent pastor describing the country as a “war zone” and urging unity to “fight this demon”.
Body in car confirmed to be elkino miller
NEARLY a year after burned remains were found in a car on Grand Bahama, police have finally identified the victim as missing Elkino Miller.
Power outages persist in Abaco, Harbour island
RESIDENTS have expressed their frustration after continuing prolonged power outages and water supply problems on both Abaco and Harbour Island.
Realtor: Incentivise rentals registration
Short-term vacation rental owners must be incentivised to register their properties with the Department of Inland Revenue and pay any VAT that is due, a realtor argued.
